Science and Civilization in Asia Quiz

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Who is considered the father of Chemistry?

Jabir ibn Hayyan (correct)

Susruta

Ibn Battuta

Ibn Sina

What type of boat was invented that enabled travel in water systems?

Canoe (correct)

Cruise ship

Speedboat

Yacht

Which scientist is associated with works like 'Book of Healing' and 'The Canon of Medicine'?

Susruta

Ibn Sina (correct)

Ibn Battuta

Jabir ibn Hayyan

What did scientists in Asia develop theories on related to the universe?

Configuration of the universe Signup and view all the answers

In terms of calendars, which combination did Asian scientists use?

Lunar and Stellar Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of Eastern Civilization?

Individual Signup and view all the answers

Who proposed that a discipline is considered a science only if it can be confirmed or interpreted?

Vienna Circle Signup and view all the answers

Which criterion distinguishes philosophy from science according to the text?

Verification Theory Signup and view all the answers

Who among the following cautioned against bridging the gap between evidence and theory?

Thomas Kuhn Signup and view all the answers

Which group of scholars believed that only observable disciplines should be considered meaningful?

Vienna Circle Signup and view all the answers

What do economists primarily consider as the main indicator of development?

Growth Signup and view all the answers

What is the ultimate basis of happiness for theists in this worldview?

Communion with God Signup and view all the answers

What does the word 'technology' mean?

A discourse on arts Signup and view all the answers

What does the school of thought of Humanism believe about man's role in shaping his destiny?

Man is the captain of his own ship Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of God in the lives of most people according to the text?

God is a fulcrum of people's existence Signup and view all the answers

In what way did technology impact sexuality according to the text?

Technology enabled tinkering with sexuality Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of urban homes, according to Kantar Media, own at least one television set?

92% Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary concern mentioned in the text regarding children's exposure to devices?

Unrestricted access to devices can impact children's character development Signup and view all the answers

Who is held responsible for the negative impact of devices on children's characters?

The adults who allow children to freely use the devices Signup and view all the answers

What organization is abbreviated as IFR in the text?

International Federation of Robotics Signup and view all the answers

Which country was one of the first to develop service robots according to the text?

Germany Signup and view all the answers

What type of robot is typically used for non-commercial tasks by laypersons?

Personal Service Robots Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining feature of a robot as per the text?

Autonomy in performing tasks without human intervention Signup and view all the answers

What scientific knowledge was observed in pre-Spanish societies?

Interpretation of heavenly body movements Signup and view all the answers

What technology was used by people in pre-Spanish societies?

Building houses Signup and view all the answers

What was a notable advancement in science introduced during the Spanish period?

Advanced medicine and science Signup and view all the answers

Which technological development is attributed to pre-Spanish societies?

Wheelbarrow Signup and view all the answers

What did North Africa and the Nile Valley import in terms of technology?

Iron technology Signup and view all the answers

What was a key focus of science learning in schools during the Spanish period?

Understanding different concepts related to human body Signup and view all the answers